1. What is 'food porn'? Provide one ethical argument in support of 'food porn'. Provide one ethical argument in opposition to 'food porn'. Be sure to explain teach side of the debate and define relevant terms. You can use Utilitarian, Kantian or Virtue-based approaches if you prefer.
2. Explain how Korsmeyer's argument in support of Ethical Gourmandism proposes that food itself cannot be considered ethical or unethical. What is ‘Ethical Gourmandism'? How does being an ‘ethical gourmand' propose a specific ethical dilemma concerning food? Provide a critical response to Korsmeyer's argument in your discussion.
3. According to Comstock, what should the ideal ethical relationship between consumers and corporations be? Should each party owe an ethical responsibility to the other party when it comes to food safety practice?
4. Considering the philosophies of provincialism and cosmopolitanism determine how a farmers market should contribute to an ethical society. In your s response clarify what ethical society means in your response.
5. What are some of the moral benefits of ‘aquaculture' over ‘agriculture' according to Kaiser? What is one possible negative consequences of aquacultures according to Kaiser?
6. What is the "omnivores dilemma" according to Michael Pollan? Why does an omnivorous diet entail ethical consequences?
7. What are three different philosophical theories concerning the relationship of humans to nature? How do they compare/contrast to one another?
8. Should "table manners" have ethical significance? Describe one argument that would support the claim that manners ought to have ethical significance. Provide a counter-argument to the previous argument, as well. Be sure to use examples to illustrate each of the opposing arguments.
9. How does Thomson defend the ethical position, "Agrarianism"? What would the opposing, position "industrialism", sure to provide the ethical question and dilemma that is addressed by each position.
10. What is the ethical debate surrounding the "precautionary principle"? How does this principle relate to the use of GMO's in food production? Provide a specific example of a restaurant chain to which this debate applies.
11. What is "happy meat"? What is one ethical argument in support of "happy meat"? What is one ethical argument that is opposed to "happy meat"?
12. What is one ethical argument in support of "competitive eating"? What is one ethical argument that is opposed to "competitive eating"? In your response you should consider why one would want to watch the spectacle of "competitive eating"?